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Philadelphia, commonly referred to as Philly, is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania and the second-most populous city in the Northeast megalopolis and Mid-Atlantic regions after New York City.
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Website. www.phila.gov. Philadelphia, colloquially Philly, is the 6th most populous city in the United States and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania . The population of the city was 1,603,797 people in 2020. Philadelphia was the capital of the United States from 1790 to 1800.
Mar 8, 2019 · Learn about the history of Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania and the home of the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the "Rocky" statue. Explore its role in the American Revolution, the Civil War, the Civil Rights movement and the Gilded Age. Discover its cultural and historical attractions, from the Philadelphia Navy Yard to the Philadelphia Zoo.
Apr 11, 2024 · Philadelphia, city and port, coextensive with Philadelphia county, southeastern Pennsylvania, and situated at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers. It is the largest city in the state. Learn more about Philadelphia, including its history, in this article.
The culture of Philadelphia goes back to 1682 when Philadelphia was established by William Penn, founder of the colonial-era Province of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia emerged quickly as the largest and most influential city in the Thirteen Colonies.
Philadelphia is known for its extensive contributions to United States history, especially the American Revolution, and served as the nation's capital until 1800. It maintains contemporary influence in business and industry, culture, sports, and music.
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